The Huns and Vandals posed significant threats to Roman territories from "summary" of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon
The Roman Empire, once a dominant force in the ancient world, found itself under siege from various barbarian tribes. Among these, the Huns and Vandals emerged as particularly formidable foes, posing significant threats to Roman territories. The Huns, under the leadership of Attila, swept across Europe with brutal force, leaving destruction in their wake. Their nomadic lifestyle and fierce warriors struck fear into the hearts of the Romans, who struggled to defend their borders against such relentless attackers. The Huns' swift cavalry and ferocious tactics made them a force to be reckoned with, as they raided and pillaged Roman settlements with impunity. Similarly, the Vandals proved to be a thorn in the side of the Roman Empire, launching raids and incursions into Roman territories in North Africa and beyond. Their naval prowess allowed them to strike at vulnerable coast...
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